Hole 5 at The Concession Golf Club
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 478 yds
- Hazards
- 4 bunkers · Water
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 29 yds deep × 38 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Championship tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Championship tees · Par 4 · 478 yards
The plan for No. 5
The Concession Golf Club hole 5 presents a formidable test as the number one handicap hole, stretching 478 yards through the Florida landscape that Jack Nicklaus and Tony Jacklin masterfully designed. This straight par 4 demands precision from the championship tees, where even the longest hitters must navigate carefully to position themselves for success. The generous fairway provides ample landing area for the tee shot, but the real challenge emerges on the approach to a deceptively small green complex. Without significant hazards to dictate strategy, this hole relies purely on length and accuracy to separate scores. The compact putting surface requires pinpoint iron play, making club selection and distance control paramount. At nearly 480 yards, this hole embodies the championship pedigree of a course born from one of golf's most famous moments of sportsmanship.
Off the tee
Your tee shot strategy should prioritize finding the fairway over maximum distance. With 478 yards to cover, most golfers will need their driver, but club selection should match your confidence level and swing tempo for the day. The target line runs straight down the middle of the fairway, giving you the best angle for your approach shot. Focus on a smooth, controlled swing rather than trying to bomb it - a well-struck drive in the fairway leaves you much better positioned than a longer shot from the rough. The straight layout means there's no preferred side, so aim for the center and trust your natural ball flight.
Approach & recovery
The approach shot to this small green is where the hole's difficulty truly reveals itself. Depending on your tee shot, you'll likely face a mid-iron to long-iron into a tight target. Club selection becomes critical here - it's better to be long than short, as missing the green requires a precise recovery shot. The small green size means your approach must be both accurate and have proper distance control. Take one extra club if you're between selections, as the penalty for being short often outweighs the risk of being slightly long. Pay attention to pin position and aim for the center of the green unless you're feeling particularly confident with your iron play.
On the green
The small green demands respect with your putter in hand. Without knowing the specific contours, focus on getting your first putt close rather than being overly aggressive. Speed control becomes paramount on a smaller surface where running putts past the hole can leave challenging return putts. Read your putts carefully and err on the side of leaving uphill putts rather than downhill ones. The compact green size means most putts will have subtle breaks, so trust your read and commit to your line.
Watch for
- Use mapped hazard edges on the course map for this hole.
Hole 5 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 4,816 sq ft
Course and tournament history
Historical context for the course and venue. Each entry identifies the event or course it describes.
1969 · Jack Nicklaus
On the 18th hole of the final match of the 1969 Ryder Cup at Royal Birkdale, Jack Nicklaus holed his four-foot putt for par
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 478 yards.
What's the best strategy off the tee?
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For this 478-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 5?
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This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, water in play, heavily bunkered.
How big is the green on hole 5?
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The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.
What's a good score on hole 5?
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This hole is one of the tougher holes where par feels like birdie. A challenging par 4. Accept that bogey happens and avoid big numbers.